Iowa Affordable Getaways

Iowa is a state that
can impress on the slimmest of budgets. You can find cheap romantic
travel deals in Iowa if you know where to look. One option is
to consider what free special public events are going on in towns
and cities like Spirit Lake, Waukon, West des Moines, Iowa City and across Iowa.
Another travel deal is to remember that Iowa's natural beauty
is always available to inspire awe for little or nothing. Here are some great ideas for an affordable
romantic getaway in the beautiful state of Iowa.

Affordable Romantic Getaways in Iowa State & National Parks

Make a IA park your getaway destination and enjoy some greenery
while saving some green! Iowa is home to dozens of Iowa State
& National Parks that offer visitors stunning views and fun
activities, all for nothing or perhaps a nominal park fee. Visit
places like Gull Point State Park, Effigy Mounds National Park, Loess Hills State Forest or Lake Macbride State Park. Bring a tent and
sleeping bags, pack some marshmallows, and prepare to have an inexpensive,
cheap romantic getaway, Mother Nature style!

Iowa Parks

Effigy Mounds National Park
Pine Lake State ParkGull Point State Park
Lost Island Lake State ParkLake Macbride State Park
Elk Rock State ParkRathburn State Wildlife Area
Prairie Rose State Park
Stephens State Forest

Events & Romantic Things To Do in Iowa

Get local papers or go online to find cheap or even free Iowa
festivals and events in any city or town. There's opportunities
to hear music, see art, or even sample cuisine all for little or
nothing out of pocket! Events such as Rockin' in Summer in Sioux City in June, Humboldt Arts Festival in June, Waterloo ArtiGras in March,
or America's River Festival in Dubuque in June are generally free to the public, or perhaps charge a
small fee. Plan your
next romantic Iowa getaway around one of these excellent events!

Entertaining Events and Happenings In Iowa
Color the Wind Kite Festival in Clear Lake in February
Waterloo ArtiGras in March
America's River Festival in Dubuque in June
Big Four Fair in Nashua in SeptemberAlgona Frostbite Olympics in February
Rockin' in Summer in Sioux City in June
Humboldt Arts Festival in June
Black Hawk Lake Pelican Fest in AprilDavenport Festival of Trees in December
Mount Vernon Winter Farmers Market in September - April
Art on the Square in Oskaloosa in June
Montrose Annula Watermelon Festival in AugustDes Moines Mardi Gras in February
Red Oak Junction Days in June
Annual Creston/SW Iowa Hot Air Balloon Days in September
Afton Arts and Crafts Extravaganza in December

For additional Iowa affordable romantic travel information including
other attractions and popular events, you can contact the Iowa Tourism Office at 200 East Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309 Telephone: 888-472-6035 or 515-242-4705.